Profile of The Ron Clark Story

The Ron Clark Story can be described as uplifting and emotional. The plot revolves around hardcase students, a dedicated educator, and idealism. The main genre is drama. In approach, The Ron Clark Story is serious and realistic. It is set, at least in part, at a school. It is located in Harlem. The Ron Clark Story takes place in the 1990s. It is originally a true story. The movie has received attention for being critically acclaimed and an award winner. Note that The Ron Clark Story involves profanity and violent content.

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In a dramatic turn, Matthew Perry follows up his success on FRIENDS with this critically acclaimed made-for-television...
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In a dramatic turn, Matthew Perry follows up his success on FRIENDS with this critically acclaimed made-for-television film. Perry plays Ron Clark, a real-life teacher facing the challenges of working at one of Harlem's toughest schools. Against seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Clark manages to make a difference without ever losing hope.
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I actually thought that this film was pretty decent.
It's a nice story, and Matthew Perry again proves that he is a serious actor, perhaps one of the only 'Friends' to have done so.
Sure, there are no real twists in the plot and it's pretty...

I actually thought that this film was pretty decent.
It's a nice story, and Matthew Perry again proves that he is a serious actor, perhaps one of the only 'Friends' to have done so.
Sure, there are no real twists in the plot and it's pretty predictable, but there's no harm in it.
I agree with the other reviewer, the romance does feel extremely forced, given that she only gets about 5 or 10 minutes of screen time in the film. However, it was definitely more important that the film showed interaction with the children and scenes in the classroom than this relationship.
Overall it's a solid film, but it's definitely nothing special.
Easy viewing.

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13.February.2011 |
by: Jack

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Jack rated this title

I agree, the love story was useless. Especially since the real life Ron Clark is a homosexual. I've heard him speak in public and his REAL story is much more amazing than this movie.

I agree, the love story was useless. Especially since the real life Ron Clark is a homosexual. I've heard him speak in public and his REAL story is much more amazing than this movie.